*NEW* Pharmacy Technician {CUPE C-26-532}

NBRHC; North Bay; On-site; CAD 56,000 - 72,000; Full time

Job summary

North Bay Regional Health Centre is seeking a Pharmacy Technician to dispense and compound medications under the supervision of a Pharmacist, contributing to the distribution of Pharmacy Services in a hospital setting.

The ideal candidate will be a graduate of a Pharmacy Technician program, certified by the Ontario College of Pharmacists, with hospital pharmacy experience and familiarity with Meditech assets. Bilingual English/French proficiency is required.

Qualifications

• Graduate from a Pharmacy Technician course or equivalent required.
• Certified Pharmacy Technician (Ontario College of Pharmacists) (OCPhS).
• Experience in a hospital pharmacy and hospital pharmacy automated technologies are assets.
• Knowledge and experience with Meditech an asset.
• Bilingualism (Advanced level English/French) is required; French testing may be used.

Responsibilities

• Dispense and compound drugs as delegated by a Pharmacist.
• Support the distribution component of Pharmacy Services.
• Adhere to hospital pharmacy practice standards.
• Contribute to patient safety and quality of care.

Skills

Computer skills

Judgment & analysis

Attendance

Safety culture

Safety commitment

Bilingual EN/FR

Hospital pharmacy experience

Meditech knowledge

Education

Pharmacy Technician course

Certified Pharmacy Technician

Job description

Department: Pharmacy

The Pharmacy Technician is responsible for dispensing and compounding of drugs, as delegated by a Pharmacist, and the distribution component of Pharmacy Services, in keeping with the standards of Hospital Pharmacy practice.

PROGRAM INCENTIVE

North Bay Regional Health Centre is offering $5000 in exchange for a two-year commitment to the Health Centre as a Regulated Pharmacy Technician. Funds are received in increments throughout the two-year commitment.

QUALIFICATIONS

Certification/Experience/Knowledge:

• Graduate from a Pharmacy Technician course or equivalent required
• Certified Pharmacy Technician (Ontario College of Pharmacists)
• Experience in a hospital pharmacy and hospital pharmacy automated technologies are assets
• Knowledge and experience with Meditech an asset

Skills/Abilities

• Computer skills (i.e. Microsoft Word) required
• Demonstrated excellent judgment and proven analytical skills required
• Good attendance and work record required
• Must demonstrate commitment to ensure the safety of fellow workers, patients, volunteers, and visitors
• Must support and contribute to a culture of safety and prevention of adverse health events in this organization
• Bilingualism (Advanced level English/French) is required. All unilingual candidates are encouraged to apply and may be considered if the identified French requirement has been met or there are no successful bilingual candidates. A formal French test will be conducted to evaluate the proficiency level

Pay rate, benefits and other terms and conditions are as per the CUPE 139 Collective Agreement

North Bay Regional Health Centre is committed to providing accessible employment practices that are in compliance with the Accessibility for Ontarians with Disabilities Act (AODA). If you require an accommodation for disability during any stage of the recruitment process, please indicate this in your application.

All new hires are required to complete a Criminal Record Check (CRC) or a Vulnerable Sector Check (VSC), as applicable to the position. A satisfactory result, in accordance with organizational requirements, is a condition of employment.

NORTH BAY REGIONAL HEALTH CENTRE IS AN EQUAL OPPORTUNITY EMPLOYER